Pediatric Home Care Registered Nurse in Delcambre, LA

Join Eunice, part of LHC Group, a leading partner in post-acute care for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are passionate about helping people feel their best, which includes our team members who build meaningful connections with patients, their families, and our community. Start your fulfilling career with us and be part of a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Pediatric Registered Nurse, you will provide and oversee nursing care for patients in their homes as directed by physicians, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and agency policies. You will also coordinate care with other healthcare professionals involved in each patient’s treatment plan, facilitating continuity of care through close communication with physicians, agency staff, patients, families, and community resources.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality clinical services in alignment with your scope of practice and infection control standards.
• Collaborate with the patient’s care team from admission through discharge to coordinate care effectively.
• Conduct clinical nursing assessments according to federal and state regulations, as well as payer requirements.
• Verify patient eligibility and medical necessity for services as determined by payer and agency policies.
• Create and update individualized care/service plans in conjunction with other community providers.
• Ensure that the frequency and duration of care plans are tailored to meet patient needs, making revisions with physician oversight as necessary.

In this role, you will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in a challenging environment that offers clear pathways for success and opportunities for development in various roles.

Required Qualifications:
• Current, unrestricted RN licensure in your state of practice.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Ability to function effectively in diverse home environments, accommodating all clients regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial status.
• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable access to transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 1+ years of RN experience, preferably in pediatric care.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively communicate, write, and organize.

State Specific Requirements:

LA:
• A minimum of one year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
• One year of clinical experience may be waived if the Registered Nurse has recent clinical experience as an LPN.
• RN licensure should have no restrictions.

The hourly pay for this role ranges from $28.27 to $50.48 based on full-time employment, influenced by local labor markets, education, experience, and certifications. Together with your salary, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and a 401k contribution (eligibility applies). No matter where your career starts with us, you will find a variety of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to support healthier lives and improve the health system for all. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life, free from barriers that disproportionately affect marginalized groups and individuals with lower incomes. We are committed to addressing health disparities and ensuring equitable care.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. All other protective characteristics under applicable laws are fully respected in our hiring practices.

UnitedHealth Group is also a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test prior to beginning employment.